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DISRUPTIVE MOOD DYSREGULATION

Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) is a relatively new diagnosis in the field of mental health. Children with DMDD have severe and frequent temper tantrums that interfere with their ability to function at home, in school or with their friends. Some of these children were previously diagnosed with bipolar disorder, even though they often did not have all the signs and symptoms. Research has also demonstrated that children with DMDD usually do not go on to have bipolar disorder in adulthood. They are more likely to develop problems with depression or anxiety.

Many children are irritable, upset or moody from time to time. Occasional temper tantrums are also a normal part of growing up. However, when children are usually irritable or angry or when temper tantrums are frequent, intense and ongoing, it may be signs of a mood disorder such as DMDD.

Symptoms of DMDD

The symptoms of DMDD include:

• Severe temper outbursts at least three times a week
• Sad, irritable or angry mood almost every day
• Reaction is bigger than expected
• Child must be at least six years old
• Symptoms begin before age ten
• Symptoms are present for at least a year
• Child has trouble functioning in more than one place (e.g., home, school and/or with friends)

 

Some of the symptoms associated with DMDD are also present in other child psychiatric disorders, such as depression, bipolar disorder and oppositional defiant disorder. Some children with DMDD also have a second disorder, such as problems with attention or anxiety. This is why it is particularly important to get a comprehensive evaluation by a trained and qualified mental health professional.

Continuum Integrated pledges to provide quality services compassion, respect and dignity, as well as promote the health, recovery, and well-being through coordinated treatment and supportive service.

If you or someone you care about is suffering with Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder ... we can help.

 

 

 

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